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4.7 The Power of Observation: What, When, and How


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Observation is a powerful move in our roles as educators. It can help us make decisions in the moment and the future. In a time when assessments seem to take up much of our time, we must remember the power and impact student observation has on our teaching. It is truly an art and a science. But knowing what to observe and when can sometimes feel tricky.

In this episode, we discuss student observation and how it can be efficiently used to improve teaching practices in the present and future.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

  • 1.10 The Gradual Release of Responsibility
  • 5 Creative Orton-Gillingham Lesson Warm-Up Ideas!
  • 3.7 The Importance of Scaffolding in Decoding
  • 1.11 The Benefits of Playing Games with Your Students
  • 2.12 Bringing Handwriting Into Our Literacy Instruction
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